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The Colors of Winter

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The Colors of Winter by Danna Smith and Amber Ren invites readers on a lyrical journey through winter landscapes filled with vivid imagery and delightful rhymes. Children will delight in discovering the vibrant hues hidden within the snowy season, as they learn to appreciate the beauty and wonder that accompanies the colder months. It's a charming exploration of winter's palette, perfect for young readers.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love exploring the beauty of winter through vibrant illustrations and lyrical storytelling. It's perfect for those who appreciate poetic descriptions and want to introduce young readers to the wonders and colours of the winter season.

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A little girl enjoys all the things associated with winter: having rosy cheeks, a ride on a sled, drinking warm cocoa.

This Little Golden Book celebrates all the bright and beautiful colors of winter!

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This Little Golden Book celebrates all the bright and beautiful colours of winter!

WHITE is out the window.
Look at all the snow!
RED is Grandma's old sled.
Up the hill we go...

Preschoolers will enjoy this lively poem about all the festive colours of winter. They'll gaze at the cheerful, textured illustrations of a girl playing outside on a snowy day until it's time to warm up inside—over hot cocoa with Grandma.

TURQUOISE is the handle of my favourite cup.
BROWN is hot cocoa that warms my insides up...

This story, by one of today's acclaimed picture-book authors, has the feel of a cherished classic. A perfect companion to The Colors of Summer!

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781524768928

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 October 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Ballantine Books Inc.

Illustration: Full colour

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 24

About the Author

DANNA SMITH is the acclaimed author of Mother Goose's Pajama Party and the Little Golden Book Springtime Babies. Three more Little Golden Books by Danna are soon to be published, including The Colors of Summer. Learn more about Danna at dannasmithbooks.com. AMBER REN was born in China. She graduated from CalArts in 2015, and is currently working as a Color Stylist at Dreamworks TV as well as illustrating picture books. See more of her work at amber-ren.com.

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